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Anthony Acheampong (born 23 April 1990) is an English footballer. He currently plays at centre back for the Semi-Professional club, Welling United Football Club in the Blue Square Conference South, Formely of Cardiff City Football Club.

Known for his speed & tough tackling, Acheampong began his football career playing for various youth teams, before finally settling at Cardiff City Football Club where he progressed through the youth ranks. In 2008 he was placed on the shortlist for The Wickes Young Apprentice Trophy, awarded to the best young talent in the Championship. This comprised of defenders Anthony Acheampong and Mark Beevers, of Cardiff and Sheffield Wednesday respectively, and Barnsley's Mark Devonshire, Crystal Palace defender Lee Hills, Ipswich stopper Tommy Smith and Leicester midfielder Joe Mattock.

Without making a first team appearance he quickly became a fan favourite, winning the clubs 'Apprentice of the Year award' and regularly captaining the clubs reserve squad scoring five goals in the 07-08 season. Acheampong signed for Welling United during the close season 2010 after a spell with Horsham F.C